National Centre of Meteorology issues 25-29 December weather alert that could disrupt holiday travel
Dubai Shopping Festival kicks off 26 December with 90 % “mega sale” and drone-show spectacular, drawing record holiday traffic
Dubai prosecutes illegal visa intermediary, issues stark warning on residency fraud
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Dubai unveils first integrated RV route, creating a new over-land tourism corridor
Dubai has green-lit a connected network of RV parks and scenic drive corridors, simplifying permits and encouraging private investment in outdoor tourism infrastructure. The scheme opens new opportunities for incentive travel, hospitality suppliers and landowners while embedding sustainability standards.
US Embassy and Consulate in UAE to close 24–26 December; visa applicants urged to reschedule
The United States’ diplomatic missions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will suspend operations for three days over Christmas, cancelling visa and citizen-services appointments. Businesses should reschedule interviews promptly to avoid extended processing delays.
Pakistani missions in UAE to close on 25 December, pausing all consular services
Pakistan’s embassy and Dubai consulate will shut on 25 December for Christmas and Quaid-e-Azam Day, temporarily suspending visa and passport services. Companies should fast-track any paperwork for Pakistani employees or travellers before the closure.
Winter officially begins in UAE; NCM warns of cold nights, fog and patchy rain that could disrupt travel
The UAE’s meteorological agency has issued a seasonal advisory warning of colder nights, fog and sporadic rain, conditions that can trigger flight delays, motorway speed limits and outdoor-event disruptions. Businesses should adjust travel and logistics plans accordingly.